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To frame and structure the composition, two segmented columns are set on each side of the kitchen. These forms conceal storage units and house appliances, keeping the look clean and accentuating the curvaceous forms of the cabinetry. A rounded and welcoming peninsula countertop incorporates the cooktop, while the preparation zone has a sense of weightlessness and includes exposed compartments. Sculptural and playful, the design offers optimum cooking and entertaining functionality. The second Mobalpa kitchen was designed in the spirit of Baron Haussmann, the French Top and above: Bands of bright colour and curvaceous forms ensure Mobalpa’s Esprit Courant d’Art Galbe kitchen catches the visitor’s eye. Everything down to the contemporary hood contributes to a sculptural, abstracted aesthetic. Left: How a new kitchen works is as important as how it looks. The Mobalpa stand held several cooking demonstrations by De Dietrich chefs to show how the designs perform under pressure. search | save | share at my.trendsideas.com 87